Hibiscus mutabilis (Confederate Rose)

Hibiscus mutabilis, also known as the Confederate Rose, Dixie Rosemallow, Cotton Rose or Cotton Rosemallow, is a plant long cultivated for its showy flowers. Originally native to southern China, it is now found on all continents except Antarctica. The large double flowers open in pure white, turning into a bright pink the next day. On the third day, the the flowers turn to dark pink to burgundy.